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Alcon (ALC.US) Price Target 2026/2027: 25% Upside – Rating and Stock Analysis

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Analysis framework by , founder of TradeDesk · Data: EODHD, official filings (SEC) · Updated
Price history for Alcon (ALC.US) – stock price at 69.50 $, August 2026
Alcon stock price – price development 2026. Updated Aug 6, 2026.
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Alcon Price Target 2026: Analysts See 26% Upside

The average price target for Alcon is $87.32. This price target represents the analysts' view of the stock price over the next 12 months. The stock may be undervalued, because the price target is higher than the current price. The stock is 25,65% below the target, which can point to potential returns within the next 12 months if the analysts' view proves right. Also consider the stock's valuation ratios such as P/E, P/S and P/B, plus the technical analysis further down the page, for the full picture.

Is Alcon overvalued or undervalued?

Alcon is currently undervalued with a gap of 25.6% relative to the price target.


The current price is $69.50, which places Alcon in the undervalued category. The stock is considered undervalued when the price is below $78.59, and overvalued when the price exceeds $96.05.


The fair value range is defined as ±10% of the price target, because price targets are estimates rather than exact values. For Alcon, the fair value range lies between $78.59 and $96.05.


See the full price target analysis for Alcon →

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Analyst Ratings for Alcon stock in 2026: Buy

27 analysts cover Alcon. The majority is positive, with 77.8% recommending Buy, while 22.2% recommend Hold. The average price target is $87.32, which gives an upside of 25.6% from the current price.

Consensus: Buy (4.33/5)
Strong Buy
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4.33 out of 5 based on 27 analysts
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About Alcon – Medicinsk udstyr

Alcon laver øjenplejeprodukter og udstyr. De tjener penge på to store områder: kirurgi og almindelig synspleje. På kirurgisiden sælger de avanceret udstyr som Centurion vision systemet og linser til operationer, for eksempel deres Toric og Presbyopia-korrigerende IOLs. Alcon sælger også forbrugsvarer og pakker til selve operationerne. De driver forretning globalt og har en bred vifte af produkter. Inden for synspleje er Alcon kendt for kontaktlinser og produkter til tørre øjne. For eksempel bruger kirurger Verion digital marker til at sikre præcision. Alcon blev grundlagt i 1945 og deres udstyr når ud til mange lande. Read more about the company

Key Figures for Alcon

$ 34,6B Market cap
$ 10,6B Revenue
Medicinsk udstyr Industry
42.01 P/E
3.26 P/S
1.52 P/B
USA Listed on exchange
alcon.com Website
Sundhed Sector

What kind of stock is Alcon?

Quality stock

Alcon is classified as a quality stock with a Piotroski score of 8/9 and a quality score in the top 28% of all stocks.

Score Overview for Alcon

💰 Value Score 48/100 (Neutral)
⭐ Quality Score 72/100 (High)
🚀 Momentum Score 44/100 (Neutral)
📊 Total Score 54/100

⚠️ 1 red flag identified

Our analysis has identified 1 potential risk factor in Alcon that investors should be aware of.

⚠️ Falling earnings: Quarterly earnings have fallen 45% year over year – the company's profitability is under pressure.

📈 Valuation

Alcon trades at a P/E ratio of 42.0, which is above the market average. The forward P/E is 20.0 (52% lower), which suggests the market expects rising earnings. The P/S ratio is 3.3. The P/B ratio is 1.5. The PEG ratio is 1.55.

💵 Profitability & Growth

Alcon has a profit margin of 7.7% (moderate) and an operating margin of 12.2%. Return on equity (ROE) is 3.7%. Return on assets (ROA) is 2.6%. The latest quarterly earnings grew -44.6% year over year — falling earnings.

🏦 Financial Health

The Piotroski score is 8 out of 9 — excellent financial health. Altman Z2 is 3.44 (healthy balance sheet — low risk). The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E) is 40.8% — low debt, a solid balance sheet.

🚀 Momentum & Short Interest

Short interest is 1.52% — low, the market does not expect a decline.

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Alcon Dividend 2026: 0.5% Dividend Yield

Dividend Key Figures for Alcon in 2026

Dividend yield
0.51%
Dividend per share
0.36 USD
Payout ratio
14.8%
Low
Dividend growth (3 years)
+23.8%
Avg. annual dividend (3 years)
0.24 USD

When does Alcon pay a dividend in 2026?

Latest ex-dividend date (traded without the dividend)
May 6, 2026
Next dividend payment
May 7, 2026
Latest payment date
May 7, 2026

How much does Alcon pay in dividends?

Alcon pays dividends to its shareholders. The most recently paid dividend was 0.36 USD per share, which corresponds to a dividend yield of 0.51%. Over the last 3 years, the annual dividend has grown by 23.8%, which shows positive dividend growth.

The payout ratio is 14.8%, which is low. This suggests the company prioritizes reinvesting in growth over dividend payments. There is good room to raise the dividend in the future.

Historical Dividend Payments for Alcon

We have registered dividend payments for Alcon since 2021-04-30. In that period the stock has paid a dividend 28 times, most recently on 2026-05-06. However, the stock does not qualify as a stable or sporadic dividend stock, because the dividend payments have been inconsistent in recent years.

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Alcon Short Selling 2026: 1.5% Sold Short

Low short interest: 1.5% of the free float
Short % of free float
1.5%
Assessment
Low short interest
Short squeeze risk
Low
Data source
SEC
Updated daily
The stock has a low share of short selling. Less than 2% of the freely traded shares are sold short, which points to limited bearish sentiment.

Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
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When Does Alcon Report Earnings – Next Date: 8/10/2026

The next earnings report from Alcon is scheduled for August 10, 2026, after the market closes. This report covers the second quarter (Q2), which ended on June 30, 2026.



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Technical Analysis of Alcon 2026 – Signal: Hold

Overall Technical Signal: Hold

Based on trend analysis (SMA50/SMA200) and MACD trend (positive/negative on a daily + weekly basis). Updated August 6, 2026.

Technical analysis of Alcon (ALC.US) – RSI 58, MACD positive (bullish), daily candlestick chart August 2026
Alcon technical analysis – candlestick chart with RSI and MACD. Updated Aug 6, 2026.

Trend Analysis of Alcon Inc

Alcon Inc is in a short-term uptrend. The price of $70.57 is 2.5% above the 20-day average ($68.82). Medium term, the picture is positive: the price is 4.6% above the 50-day average ($67.45). Long term, the stock is 5.3% below the 200-day average ($74.51), which signals a long-term downtrend.

Death Cross: The 50-day average (67.45) is below the 200-day average (74.51), which is a classic bearish signal for Alcon Inc.

Is Alcon Inc overbought or oversold?

Alcon Inc has an RSI of 58.4. The stock shows positive momentum in the upper part of the neutral zone.

MACD Analysis for Alcon Inc

Daily MACD: MACD is positive (0.705), which means the short-term trend is bullish (the 12-day EMA is above the 26-day EMA). MACD is above the signal line (0.485) by 0.220, which confirms rising momentum in the uptrend.

Weekly MACD: MACD5 is negative (-2.579), which indicates a broader bearish long-term trend. MACD5 is above the signal line (-3.033) by 0.454, which suggests the negative long-term momentum is fading – a bigger trend reversal could be ahead.

Overall MACD assessment: The daily and weekly MACD give conflicting signals. The short-term trend is bullish, but the long-term trend is still bearish. Weekly momentum is rising, though, which could signal an upcoming trend reversal.

Risk Profile for Alcon Inc

Alcon Inc has an annual standard deviation of 29.2%, which classifies the stock as moderately low risk. There is some volatility, but the price is relatively stable.

Overall Technical Conclusion for Alcon Inc

Trend: Neutral/mixed.

MACD trend (zero line): Daily bullish (0.705). Weekly bearish (-2.579).

MACD momentum (signal): Daily rising. Weekly rising.

RSI: 58.4 – neutral.

Technical signal: Hold

The signals are mixed – trend and MACD point in different directions. Wait until MACD crosses the zero line in the direction of the trend before acting.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Alcon stock in 2026

Should you buy Alcon stock now?
The technical signal for Alcon is currently NEUTRAL. Alcon trades at $69.50 as of 8/6/2026. The overall technical signal is: Hold. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is positive (bullish trend) at 0.705 with rising momentum (signal: 0.485); RSI is at 58.4 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term uptrend (price above the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $87.32 points to 25.6% upside. This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for Alcon stock?
The average analyst price target for Alcon is $87.32. The current price is $69.50, which gives an upside of 25.6%. Based on this, the stock is considered undervalued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $78.59 and $96.05.
Is Alcon a dividend stock?
Yes, Alcon is a dividend stock with a dividend yield of 0.51%. The latest dividend was $0.36 per share. The latest ex-dividend date (traded without the dividend) was 5/6/2026. The payout ratio is 14.8%, which is considered sustainable. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 5/7/2026.
When does Alcon pay a dividend in 2026?
Alcon pays its next dividend on 5/7/2026. The latest dividend was $0.36 per share with an ex-dividend date of 5/6/2026. The dividend yield is 0.51%. The payout ratio of 14.8% points to a sustainable dividend with room to grow.
What is the risk of Alcon stock?
Alcon is rated as a stock with moderately low risk. the annual standard deviation is 29.2%, which classifies the stock as moderately low risk.
Is Alcon overvalued?
No, Alcon is considered undervalued based on the analyst price target (25.6% upside). Alcon has the following valuation ratios: a P/E ratio of 42.0 (highly valued), a P/S ratio of 3.3, a P/B ratio of 1.5. The analyst price target suggests that the stock is undervalued by 25.6%.
Is Alcon overbought?
No, Alcon is not overbought. RSI is at 58.4 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 58.4 (neutral zone between 30-70), which signals neither overbought nor oversold. In addition, the price is 1.0% above the 20-day average (short-term uptrend). In addition, MACD is positive with rising momentum (bullish).
When is the next Alcon earnings report?
Alcon reports its next earnings on August 10, 2026. The stock currently trades at $69.50. With a P/E ratio of 42.0, the market will be watching closely whether earnings meet expectations.
Is Alcon shorted?
Yes, Alcon is shorted with 1.5% of the free float sold short. This is a moderate level of short selling, within the normal range for most stocks. Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
Are insiders buying Alcon stock?
There is currently no registered insider trading for Alcon.
Is Alcon a good stock?
Based on our total score, Alcon is rated as a mediocre stock with a total score of 55 out of 100. The stock scores around average on value, quality and momentum – it sits near the median in our database. The score is made up of Value: 48/100, Quality: 72/100, Momentum: 44/100. In addition: analysts see 25.6% upside to the price target; a dividend of 0.51%; technical signal: Hold. Whether Alcon is a good investment depends on your time horizon, risk profile and portfolio. This is a data-driven observation, not investment advice.
What is the outlook for Alcon stock?
The outlook for Alcon based on current data: the average analyst price target is $87.32 (+25.6%); the next earnings report is due on 8/10/2026, which can move the price; the P/E ratio is 42.0 (high – the market expects growth). Keep in mind that stock prices are affected by many factors, including earnings reports, the economy and market sentiment. Past returns are no guarantee of future returns.
Why is Alcon stock moving?
Alcon is stable right now. The technical indicators show: the price is close to the 20-day average; MACD is positive with rising momentum (bullish signal). For the latest context, see our technical analysis, insider section and news overview above.
How high can Alcon go?
The average analyst price target for Alcon is $87.32, which corresponds to a potential gain of 25.6% from the current price of $69.50. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can Alcon fall?
We lack enough history to give a specific floor for Alcon. Remember: past price swings are no guarantee for the future — a stock can fall further than the last 52 weeks suggest, especially on profit warnings, sector crises or a market crash. Use stop-loss orders and spread your portfolio to limit losses in single stocks.
What does Alcon do?
Alcon laver øjenplejeprodukter og udstyr. De tjener penge på to store områder: kirurgi og almindelig synspleje. På kirurgisiden sælger de avanceret udstyr som Centurion vision systemet og linser til operationer, for eksempel deres Toric og Presbyopia-korrigerende IOLs. Alcon s... The company belongs to the Sundhed sector, more specifically the Medicinsk udstyr industry, is headquartered in USA, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate Alcon as an investment.
Did Alcon raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Alcon. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history and the news overview above.
Is Alcon making money or losing money?
Yes, Alcon is making money, not losing it. The company has a profit margin (the share of revenue left over as profit) of 7.7% — which is moderate. The operating margin (profit before interest and taxes) is 12.2%. At a P/E ratio of 42.0, you currently pay 42.0 dollars for every dollar of the company's annual earnings. A consistently profitable company is usually more resilient than growth stocks that are not yet making money.
Can Alcon go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of Alcon is rated as low. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 3.44 — that places the company in the healthy zone. The company has a healthy balance sheet with limited debt relative to earnings and assets. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 8 — which is strong. Debt relative to equity is 41% (low). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does Alcon have a lot of debt?
No, Alcon has low debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 41%. For the sundhed sector, anything below 80% counts as low debt. Note: D/E levels are highly sector-specific — a bank at 300% debt is normal, a tech stock at 300% is extremely leveraged. Always compare with similar companies in the same sector. Can Alcon service its debt? Can service its debt without problems — the interest coverage ratio (how many times earnings can cover interest payments) is 5.6x, and net debt equals 1.6 years of earnings (EBITDA).
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